November 2008
November 20, 2008 :00 AM
A Benedictine Experience at Washington National Cathedral
Join us for a time of community to nurture and strengthen our daily lives through prayer and spiritual companionship. Co-sponsored by the Community of Reconciliation at Washington National Cathedral and The Friends of St. Benedict.
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Tickets: Participant fee; please inquire.
November 23, 2008 10:10 AM
Creative Aging: The Next Frontier
Creative aging expert Gene Cohen
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November 23, 2008 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher.
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November 23, 2008 5:15 PM
Bach and Beyond
Cathedral organist Scott Dettra plays a free recital on the Cathedral’s great organ.
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November 24, 2008 10:00 AM
Annual Crèche Exhibit Opens
Annual exhibit of Crèches from around the world opens.
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November 25, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
No touring in the morning of the nave (main level) due to school service; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
November 25, 2008 2:00 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon
No afternoon touring of the nave (main level) beginning at 2 pm due to school service; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
November 25, 2008 7:30 PM
Aging, Spirituality, and Creativity
November’s special program will be Aging, Spirituality, and Creativity with the Rev. Dr. Margee Adams Idding.
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November 27, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
No touring in the morning of the nave (main level) due to Thanksgiving Day service; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
November 27, 2008 10:00 AM
Thanksgiving Day Holy Eucharist
Celebration of Holy Eucharist on Thanksgiving Day; live webcast. The Rev. Canon John L. Peterson, preacher.
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November 27, 2008 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon
11/27/08: No guided tours in the afternoon; nave (main level), lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
November 30, 2008 10:10 AM
Lessons for the Next President
David Abshire, president of the Center for the Study of the Presidency in Washington, D.C.
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November 30, 2008 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher.
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November 30, 2008 4:00 PM
Advent Lessons and Carols
The Cathedral Voices and the Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys sing in the traditional service of Advent Lessons and Carols featuring the story of Christ’s coming retold through scripture and song.
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December 4, 2008 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon
Limited touring in the afternoon of the nave (main level) due to concert rehearsal; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 4, 2008 3:00 PM
A Search for the Holy Family
Focusing on depictions of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus throughout the Cathedral, you’ll see the Christmas stories told in the art of sculpture, needlework, and stained glass.
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Tickets: $5 per person; no reservation required.
December 4, 2008 5:00 PM
Anual Christmas Shopping Night
Anual Christmas Shopping Night at the Herb Cottage and Cathedral Store
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December 5, 2008 7:30 PM
George Frideric Handel: Messiah
The Cathedral Choirs, directed by Michael McCarthy, perform the entire Messiah by Handel.
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Tickets: $20-$80
December 7, 2008 10:10 AM
Faith and Healthcare
ABC News medical editor/reporter Dr. Timothy Johnson
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December 7, 2008 1:30 PM
A Search for the Holy Family
Focusing on depictions of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus throughout the Cathedral, you’ll see the Christmas stories told in the art of sculpture, needlework, and stained glass.
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Tickets: $5 per person; no reservation required.
December 7, 2008 2:30 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon
Nave (main level) closed at 2:30 pm due to concert preparations; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 7, 2008 4:00 PM
George Frideric Handel: Messiah
The Cathedral Choirs, directed by Michael McCarthy, perform the entire Messiah by Handel.
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Tickets: $20-$80
December 7, 2008 4:00 PM
Making Room in the Inn—Retreat
Residential retreat with Barbara Braver and Frank Griswold
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Tickets: $400
December 11, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
Limited touring in the morning due to school service; touring will begin at 10:45 am; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 12, 2008 11:30 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning and Afternoon
No touring from 11:30 am–2 pm due to concert.
December 13, 2008 12:00 PM
The Joy of Christmas
The Cathedral Choral Society under the direction of Music Director J. Reilly Lewis presents its annual Joy of Christmas concert: special family matinee
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Tickets: $25
December 13, 2008 4:00 PM
The Joy of Christmas
The Cathedral Choral Society under the direction of Music Director J. Reilly Lewis presents its annual Joy of Christmas concert.
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Tickets: $20-$80
December 14, 2008 10:10 AM
Faith and Civic Life in America
Talk show host and media personality Tavis Smiley
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December 14, 2008 11:15 AM
Holy Eucharist
Cathedral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher.
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December 14, 2008 4:00 PM
The Joy of Christmas
The Cathedral Choral Society under the direction of Music Director J. Reilly Lewis presents its annual Joy of Christmas concert.
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Tickets: $20-$80
December 16, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
Limited touring in the morning due to service rehearsal; touring will begin at 10:45 am; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 17, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
Limited touring in the morning due to service rehearsal; touring will begin at 10:45 am; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 18, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
Limited touring in the morning due to service rehearsal; touring will begin at 10:45 am; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open.
December 19, 2008 10:00 AM
Touring Interruption: Morning
No touring in the morning of the nave (main level) due to school service; Lower level, Museum Store and BishopЖs Garden open.
December 20, 2008 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon
No touring in the afternoon of the nave (main level) due to Christmas pageant service; Lower level, Museum Store and Bishop’s Garden open
December 20, 2008 2:00 PM
Christmas Pageant
As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, we invite you to bring your children, grandchildren, and other special youngsters to participate in the Christmas pageant.
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December 21, 2008 10:10 AM
Special Advent Sunday Forum: “A Chrismas Carol ”
Actor Martin Rayner
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December 21, 2008 4:00 PM
Carols by Candlelight
Catehdral Dean Samuel T. Lloyd III, preacher.
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December 24, 2008 12:00 PM
Touring Interruption: Afternoon (Noon Closing)
The Cathedral closes at noon for Christmas Eve service preparation. If you would like to attend the Christmas Eve service, please see information on Christmas services and passes.
December 24, 2008 6:00 PM
Christmas Eve Festival Holy Eucharist
6 pm Festival Holy Eucharist on Christmas Eve
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December 24, 2008 10:00 PM
Christmas Eve Festival Holy Eucharist
10 pm Festival Holy Eucharist on Christmas Eve
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December 25, 2008 6:00 AM
Touring Interruption: All Day
No guided tours due to Christmas services. If you would like to attend Christmas services, please see Christmas Service information
.December 25, 2008 9:00 AM
Festival Holy Eucharist of Christmas Day
Festival Holy Eucharist of Christmas Day—televised
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December 25, 2008 4:00 PM
Vespers of Christmas Day
Evening service of Vespers on Christmas Day
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December 25, 2008 5:15 PM
Christmas Day Organ Recital
Cathedral organists Scott Dettra and Christopher Jacobson play a free recital on the Cathedral’s great organ.
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December 28, 2008 2:00 PM
Ceremonial Laying of Wreath on President Wilson’s Tomb
Join representatives from the U.S. military services on the occasion of the anniversary of Wilson’s birth.
December 30, 2008 4:00 PM
Crossing the Threshold: A Contemplative New Year Retreat
New Year Retreat
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Tickets: $350
December 30, 2008 7:30 PM
Crossing the Threshold to the New Year: Poetry for the Journey
December’s program will be Crossing the Threshold to the New Year: Poetry for the Journey with Terri Lynn Simpson.
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January 1, 2009 3:00 PM
Jewels of Light: Cathedral Stained Glass
Explore the Cathedral’s beautiful stained glass.
Tickets: $5 per person; no reservation required.